Jarred Winkel had a decision to make at the start of the football season.

The 25-year-old running back could return to the University of Alberta or join the Edmonton Eskimos practice squad.

He chose the latter. And tomorrow when the Eskimos host the Saskatchewan Roughriders,

Winkel hopes to finally get a pro carry.

"It's definitely something you look forward all year to doing," Winkel said. "If I get to play some running back it would be great. It's one of those things that whatever happens, happens, but it would be nice to carry the rock a couple of times."

With Ron McClendon getting the start in place of Troy Davis in the backfield and Mike Bradley out injured, Winkel could get his shot.